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Nov 15, 2018 to Mar 15, 2019

BALLOONS OVER INLE - CLASSIC BALLOON FLIGHT WITH FREE INFLIGHT PHOTOS

An extraordinary way to experience one of Myanmar’s most scenic and cultural attractions. Local Inthar fishermen looking for the first catch of the day and boats laden full of produce on their way to the market through a maze of green floating canals. Breakfast is taken next to one of the beautiful Shan villages wherever we land.

From the 18th December 2018 through until the 10th January 2019 we will charge an additional USD 20 per person during the peak Christmas and New Year Period due to the very heavy demand at this time.

Standby tickets can only be purchased two full working days in advance at our Balloons over Inle Office Sales Desk. Please find the office location at the contact us section. Our Inle Sales Office is open from 8.00 am to 11.00 am and from 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm (Monday to Sunday). Contact numbers: +95 8 120 9663, +95 9 257 376 600.

Duration : 60 min to 90 min (approx.)

Price:

$350

Services

Fly over the majestic Inle Lake

Inle lake is one of the top tourist destinations in Myanmar, it is famous for its floating gardens and stilt houses. The local Intha people have a unique way of life, their entire communities are based on the lake. Balloons over Inle offer daily early morning flights over the lake, in view of the Shan Yoma mountains and pagodas. Our season starts on 15th of November and runs until 15th of March, our balloons carry 6 up to 8 passengers. Flying over Inle lake in a balloon for around an hour really is a unique way of experiencing one of Myanmar’s most scenic and cultural attractions.

from NEW YORK

Marcie S. Gitlin

from JERUSALEM, ISRAEL

Tali Zir, Tour Manager, Geographical Tours

❝A once in a life time experience. This balloon trip is poetry in early morning over past and present.❞

from SINGAPORE / NEW YORK

Robert and Beulah Schmitz

❝The tour book says you have to see Bagan on a hot air balloon or you have not seen Bagan and its temples at all. We agree wholeheartedly. Keep it up - the good work - the balloon.❞

from UNITED KINGDOM

Hazel and James Frost

❝On our third trip to Bagan, this was the most fantastic experience yet. The views at sunrise today were truely spectacular.❞

from LONELY PLANET

Tony & Maureen Wheeler

❝Of all the terrific experiences you can have in Myanmar, Ballooning over Bagan is the BEST!❞

from SWITZERLAND

Bertrand Piccard - non-stop round the world balloonist

❝After all, it isn't always an advantage to fly non-stop. I'm really glad to have stopped in Bagan to see this beautiful region from your balloon!❞

from LONELY PLANET

Tony Wheeler

❝Another wonderful flight! My 2nd time!❞

from VIETNAM

Tran Minh Hung

❝Amazing experience to flight balloon. Nice view in the air. This is the first time i fly and i will do again when i travel to this country. So wonderful.❞

from CANADA

Ann and Catherine Scott

❝The highlight of our trip to Myanmar was our Balloons over Bagan hot air balloon ride. We took our first balloon ride over Bagan in 2015 and loved it so much we returned to Myanmar in March 2016 and took our second thrilling ride. What a wonderful way to see the majestic sites of Bagan. This is an extremely professionally run tour company with knowledgeable flight captains.❞

from SPAIN

Eddie & Annie

❝The highlight of our Myanmar trip was for sure the “ Balloons over Bagan flight “. All was organized by a very professional team, they gave us the best temple views ever over Bagan with a soft landing and real Champagne at the end. Muchas gracias!❞

from BELGIUM

Nienke & Jerome

❝This is truly a one life experience we will never forget or regret! Thank you so much david and the professional team! Meet you in the la bamba again!❞

FAQ'S

Balloons over Inle - Frequently Asked Questions

Our flights on average last 60 minutes to one and half hour depending on the wind. Flights over 25 minutes are deemed completed. The whole experience including hotel pick ups and light champagne breakfast lasts between 2 ½ to 3 hours. Ballooning is also about watching the set up of the balloon, not just the flight itself. Not knowing where you are going to land is always exciting and part of the adventure!

The exciting thing is that every balloon flight is different. You will see Inle waking up in the morning. You will see many temples in the distance and get a spectacular aerial view of Inle. Sometimes you may fly over villages and see people on their early morning rounds, feeding their animals; or going to market. It is an amazing and interactive experience.

The balloon can only go where the wind takes it. So we unfortunately cannot pre-plan where it will land.

Hot air ballooning is an extremely safe activity which is highly regulated in Myanmar with strict safety guidelines. We are licensed by the Department of Civil Aviation and all of our pilots hold full commercial pilot’s licences. Our balloons are built to the highest standards of the British aerospace industry in the UK and imported to Myanmar. We operate under an aviation maintenance organisation with in-house engineers and inspectors who were all qualified in the UK. All of our ground crew regularly receive first aid and fire fighting training by UK and Myanmar Public Transport Inspectors.

Ballooning does not usually affect those people who are scared of heights. Because the balloon travels with the wind, the basket is very stable and does not sway or rock during flight. There is no sense of vertigo or motion.

One balloon can carry 8 passengers, and the other balloon can carry 6 passengers. Each basket is partitioned so that the pilot compartment with all the flight equipment is separate to the passengers. All our baskets contain safety equipment so that passengers are seated during landing.

A memory that we hope will last forever; transport to and from your hotel to launch and landing site, flight, celebratory glass of champagne and light breakfast.

All passengers receive a Flight Certificate signed by the pilot as a souvenir. There is also the option to purchase inflight photos from our specially designed digital camera that hangs from the balloon and photographs the entire basket and surrounding aerial scene. These inflight photos are complimentary as part of the Premium service package.

The take off site changes with the wind and is decided by the pilot in command on the day of the flight.

Wherever the wind takes you! This could be next to a Pagoda, a field by a village, on a sandbank, or even across the river, which will involve a short trip by boat.

For the morning flight, passengers are usually picked up at their hotels by our Balloons over Inle bus between 05h00 and 05h30 in the morning depending on the location of your hotel and the hotels of other passengers. The exact time will be given to you the evening before when you or your guide come to our Sales office in Inle to reconfirm your flight.

In the morning flight, passengers are usually back at their hotels by 9.00 or 9.30 am. Some passengers like to stay longer after landing to drink an extra glass of champagne or chat with villagers who come to witness the landing. The post flight celebrations are an important part of ballooning in this special area and not to be rushed!

Unfortunately because of the tropical location in Inle, evening weather conditions tend to be less favourable and less reliable than in our scheduled morning flights. We believe therefore that a morning flight affords a more enjoyable and superior experience. Inle is normally at its most beautiful early in the morning, and temperatures are pleasant and cool.

For safety reasons there are age and height restrictions. We set a minimum age of 8 years old, but as a general rule, all passengers must be able to see over the basket.

For a pre-booking, full payment is accepted by VISA or MasterCard through our online booking system.

Yes of course! Balloons over Inle only operates when the chief pilot decides that the weather is suitable and it is safe to fly. Therefore unfortunately we may have to cancel the balloon flight at the launch site for safety reasons. In that case we will refund 100% of your payment. All direct payments to Balloons over Inle will be refunded in cash either in Inle or in Yangon. If you have made payment through your travel agent, we will advise them immediately so that they can make arrangements for your refund on you return to Yangon.

It is sometimes possible to buy last minute tickets at our Sales Desk in Inle but to avoid disappointment we strongly advise you make your booking in advance. However, if you are planning to stay in Inle for 3-4 days there is a much better chance to book a standby space on one of the flights. If you are in any doubt, please feel free to contact us directly by phone or email, and we can give you an indication of our current booking status. Please note that this is an indication only, and may not remain accurate for very long.

It is important that we receive the correct weight of each passenger at the time of booking as the total combined total weight of all the passengers on board is an important calculation made by each pilot during their pre-flight safety checks.

Conditions

Conditions of flight & Booking terms and conditions

CONDITIONS OF FLIGHT

Passengers or their accompanying guide must register at our Sales desk at Balloons over Inle office upon arrival in Nyaung Shwe. Our Inle Sales desk is open from 8.00 am to 11.00 am and again from 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm. The contact phone number is +95 9 257 376 600.

Passengers are advised to wear long trousers and long sleeved clothing from 100% natural fibres.

Receipt of payment vouchers / flight tickets must be produced at launch site if required.

No refunds will be given for failure to arrive for a pre-arranged flight.

Any known medical condition which may affect your ability to fly or assist the crew must be disclosed to Balloons over Inle at the time of booking and to the pilot on the day of the flight, i.e. epilepsy, recent surgery etc. Some conditions may preclude you from eligibility to fly. Pregnant women will not be permitted to fly. Balloons over Inle will not accept liability for illness or injury due to any undisclosed condition or failure to comply with any reasonable instruction given by the pilot or crew or company representative.

The pilot in command is legally obliged to consider the safety of his passengers at all times and may refuse to carry passengers for whatever reason if it is considered their carriage may endanger the flight, other passengers or themselves. Balloons over Inle reserves the right to refuse the carriage of any passenger.

Any Passenger in excess of 125 kg / 280 pounds, or any passenger who requires the space in the basket for 2 passengers, will be required to book the extra space at the time of booking and pay a 100% surcharge of the ticket price. Failure to provide accurate information in advance could lead to the refusal of flight at the launch site, whereby no refund will be offered.

All passengers must carefully listen to the Important Security Briefing (see below) given by the pilot before the launch of the balloon and indicate in case he / she doesn’t understand the security briefing.

The pilot of the day has absolute authority and all passengers and crew must comply with his instructions. The pilot’s decision on all matters is final.

Balloons over Inle expects passengers to assist the pilot and crew in any situation that is deemed reasonable, during pre- and post-flight activities.

Balloons over Inle reserves the right to cancel or delay flights, change rendez-vous and launch sites, at short notice, to achieve a safe and successful flight. Balloons over Inle will not accept liability for any consequential loss or inconvenience.

Balloons over Inle carries third party and passenger liability for each balloon of USD 10 millions.

Balloons over Inle accepts no liability for claims arising as a result of an act or default of any other passenger or bystander.

Balloons over Inle accepts no liability for loss or damage to persons or property other than that which results from negligence on its own part.

Balloons over Inle does not accept liability for loss or damage to personal effects.

Flights cancelled by Balloons over Inle for safety reasons or as a result of unfavourable weather or operational difficulties will be refunded in full. All direct payments to Balloons over Inle will be refunded in cash either in Inle or in Yangon. For all bookings made through tour agents, passengers must contact the respective agent to organise their refunds.

Balloons over Inle reserves the right to alter, revise or review any terms, conditions or rates, at its discretion.

Balloons over Inle will not fly children under the age of 8 years. A child under the age of 16 years will only be flown if accompanied by a responsible adult, and the child is over 4’6” tall (or 137 cm).

Important Security Briefing (as given by the pilot before take-off)

NO SMOKING IN AND AROUND THE BALLOON at all times.

If you are feeling unwell, if you have any medical conditions or you might be pregnant please inform the Pilot before the balloon is inflated.

During inflation do not walk between the trucks and the balloon. Stay behind the red barrier cord until asked to "Climb Aboard” by the Ground Crew.

To climb in - use the step-holes in the side of the basket.

Once you are in the basket do not get out, even after landing - stay in the basket until the Pilot tells you it is safe to get out.

Do not touch any coloured ropes, the fuel-hoses or any of the burner controls.

Before take-off your pilot will ask all passengers to practise the landing position as follows:

Safely stow all phones, cameras, binoculars etc, do not have anything loose around your neck if you have long hair-please tie it up or tuck it away).

Face backwards to the direction of travel.

Hold onto the rope handles woven into the basket side-wall in front of you.

Sit down on the seat.

LEAN BACK against the basket padding, sit upright and do not lean forward.

Place your feet flat on the floor with your toes away from the basket wall.

Stay in this position until the Pilot tells you it is safe to move.

When the Pilot gives the command "LANDING POSITIONS" please comply IMMEDIATELY this is very important for the SAFETY of all of the PASSENGERS.

The landing might be a series of bounces and the basket might lay on it’s side and drag along the ground until it stops.

Stay in the LANDING POSITION until the Pilot tells you it is safe to move.

In the unlikely event of an emergency - please follow the instructions given by the Pilot at all times.

If you do not understand any part of these instructions, please inform the Pilot before the balloon is inflated.

Thank you for reading these instructions and I hope you enjoy your flight with us.

BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS

Balloons over Inle will require clients' full names, the body weight of each passenger, passport numbers and nationality precisely but hotel contact details for the pick-up can be advised to our Sales office at the time of flight reconfirmation at one or two days before the flight date.

Cancellation Policy: If for any reason, you need to cancel, vary or amend the details of your booking (including the name of the passenger), please note the following.

More than 30 days before the scheduled flight - 5% of the Ticket Price as Cancellation or Variation Fee will be charged

More than 21 days but less than 30 days before the scheduled flight - 20% of the Ticket Price as Cancellation or Variation Fee will be charged

21 days or less before the scheduled flight - 100% of the Ticket Price as Cancellation or Variation Fee will be charged

Flight reconfirmation & pick-up time: passengers or their accompanying guide must register at our Sales office in Inle. The precise time for morning pick up will also be given to you one or two days before when you come to our Sales office or contact by phone to re-confirm your flight. Our Sales office is open from 8.00 am to 11.00 am and again from 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm (everyday). The contact phone number is +95 9 257 376 600. For the morning flight, passengers are usually picked up at their hotels by our Balloons over Inle bus between 5.00 am and 5.30 am in the morning depending on the location of your hotel and the hotels of other passengers.

No refunds will be given for failure to arrive for a pre-arranged flight.

Balloons over Inle reserves the right to cancel or delay flights, change rendezvous and launch sites, at short notice, to achieve a safe and successful flight. Balloons over Inle will not accept liability for any consequential loss or inconvenience.

Any Passenger in excess of 125 kg / 280 pounds, or any passenger who requires the space in the basket for 2 passengers, will be required to book one extra space at the time of online booking and pay a 100% surcharge of the ticket price. Failure to provide accurate information in advance could lead to the refusal of flight at the launch site, whereby no refund will be offered.

Balloons over Inle carries third party and passenger liability for each balloon of USD 10 millions.

Balloons over Inle reserve the right to alter, revise or review any terms, conditions or rates, at its discretion.

Our general policy will be to accept morning flights only as a pre booking.

FRC holders and Myanmar citizens should be advised to contact our office directly.

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